A celebration of individuality and creativity, Rachel Burke’s Fancy Long Legs, a dazzling, all-ages musical, will debut at La Boite Theatre from 12 to 22 September. The colourful and fantastical […]
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Posted inEmployment
Neurodiversity Works expands around Queensland
An employer program designed to help businesses attract and retain neurodiverse staff is now available Queensland-wide. Called Neurodiversity Works, the program is funded by the Queensland Government’s Workforce Connect Fund […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
Changes to palliative care for people with disability welcomed
The palliative care sector has welcomed news of a new, faster pathway to better meet the needs of people living with disabilities and a terminal diagnosis. Called the Priority Access […]
Posted inCommunity Affairs
Volunteers needed for Christmas celebration
South Australia’s largest intellectual disability provider, Minda Inc, is on the hunt for volunteers to assist with its Community Christmas Carols and Markets, to be held on Saturday 7 December. The annual […]
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Grants open to improve technological access
Submissions are now open for Canon Oceania’s 2024 Grants program. The 2024 Grants will be awarded under the following categories: 1 x Community Grant – AU$5,000 ($2,500 cash and $2,500 in Canon […]
Posted inCommunity Services
June is Radiothon month at Vision Australia Radio
June is Radiothon time for Vision Australia Radio and its asking listeners, and the broader community for support to continue its essential service. The Radiothon is intended to highlight the […]
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Plumtree launches community project
Plumtree has launched Community & Me, a project to nurture more inclusive community spaces for children. It is part of a national co-designed survey to share family’s experience of going […]
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Australian Disability Advocates to join UN Conference
A delegation of Australian disability advocates is visiting the United Nations in New York to work with advocates from around the world on increasing efforts to include people with disability […]
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Accessible performances at the Sydney Opera House
Accessible Arts has scheduled two performances at the Sydney Opera House as part of Vivid Live. Songwriters Liz Martin and Eliza Hull come together for an exclusive, intimate performance in […]
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Volunteer marks new employment chapter at Mater Hospital
Maren Wiebelskircher was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome at 35 and had always struggled to find employment until she arrived at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. For the past five years, she […]
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Finding an accessible beach just got easier
Accessible Beaches Australia has launched a beach access directory, the first of its kind in Australia, with detailed listings of accessible beaches. Accessible Beaches Australia founder Shane Hryhorec, said, “We […]
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Plumtree launches special library project
Libraries are a hub of learning and hold a special place in the Australian community but not all children with developmental delay or disability have had positive experiences of their […]